A discreet valleywith a strong character

Secret Valley of Célé

Go for a walk or a bike ride, canoe down the river, or stop off at a picturesque village to experience one of the region’s most intimate valleys. The diversity of natural environments – moorland and grassland, rocky habitats, grassland and aquatic environments – found between Corn and Bouziès has earned it Natura 2000 status. Magnificent landscapes, striking contrasts, remarkable biodiversity… it’s all here to seduce you!

Naturally

Get away from it all!

This valley will make you want to share your best photos and come back for more. It’s the ideal spot for nature lovers. Marvel at the magic of this valley, its richness and its little hidden corners.

The Célé valley is a breathtaking sunrise illuminating the cliffs, an exhilarating hike up to the semi-troglodyte houses and a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside.The Célé valley is a breathtaking sunrise illuminating the cliffs, an exhilarating hike up to the semi-troglodytic houses, an athletic moment during a trail or canoeing down the river, or a relaxing interlude on a pebble beach.

For those who love slow tourism, this destination has it all!

An idea

itinerary

Make a first stop at the village ofEspagnac Sainte-Eulalie where you can discover the ancient priory founded in the XIIᵉ century, a place so enchanting that it was nicknamed “Val Paradis”. Then take advantage of the small beach below to cool off in high summer.

A little further on, immerse yourself in the history of the ancient fortified Benedictine abbey of Marcilhac-sur-Célé. The ruins bear witness to the prestigious past of this early medieval building. On Tuesdays, when the market is open, you’ll love the local produce and the friendly atmosphere!

Secret valley of Célé — ©Kayak descent|Entre 2 Pôles

Randonnée sur les hauteurs de la vallée du Célé — ©Faire une pause et contempler le panorama à Sauliac-sur-Célé|Malika Turin

The river Célé at the level, beach of Sauliac-sur-Célé — ©Wooden cliffs and river in Sauliac|Malika Turin

A land

adventure

For the more energetic, take a family hike to Brengues or Sauliac-sur-Célé, where you can explore the cliffs and discover curious semi-troglodytic buildings. Take to the river,climb the cliffs or explore the bowels of the earth through caving. And why not try a multi-activity break, with something for everyone !

in a few figures

The Célé

From its source in the Massif Central at Calvinet, at an altitude of 713 m, the Célé flows into the Lot at Bouziès, near Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, after meandering for136 km. The navigable course of the Célé represents 84 km of descent, from an altitude of 230 m to 125 m at the confluence with the Lot.

All you have to do is choose the water sport you like: canoeing, kayaking, boating, swimming…

Pique-nique à Sauliac-sur-Célé — ©Falaises au dessus du Célé|Malika Turin

Découverte en famille des caselles de Marcilhac-sur-Célé — ©Les caselles anciens abris de bergers|Lot Tourisme- C. Asquier

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